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Mbeki in Harare for crisis talks
South Africa's Thabo Mbeki is in Zimbabwe to meet President Robert Mugabe and leaders of a breakaway opposition faction. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:49:48 GMT
Labour MSP joins by-election race
Labour MSP Margaret Curran says she will stand as a candidate for the Glasgow East by-election after the frontrunner drops out. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:41:10 GMT
Man arrested over student murders
A man is arrested in connection with the murder of two French students who were stabbed and burned in a flat in London. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:19:00 GMT
Tories under fire after Lewis quits
The Conservatives are in "disarray" after the resignation of London deputy mayor Ray Lewis, Labour says. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:58:23 GMT
Waxwork Hitler beheaded in Berlin
A man is arrested after tearing the head off an Adolf Hitler figure, as a new Madame Tussauds branch opens in Berlin. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:04:58 GMT
Protests ahead of Japan G8 summit
Protests begin on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido ahead of Monday's summit of the G8 nations. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 06:07:59 GMT
Turkish women attack clothing law
A group of Turkish women protest after a woman is convicted of exhibitionism for wearing "improper clothing". Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:29:39 GMT
Sentamu rebukes Williams critics
The Archbishop of York accuses an Anglican traditionalist movement of "ungracious" behaviour. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:18:12 GMT
Stabbed boy's parents thank helper
The parents of Shakilus Townsend, London's latest teenage knife death victim, thank a woman who tried to save him. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:26:05 GMT
Couple say 'aisle do' in the supermarket where they work
A couple tie the knot in the seasonal goods aisle at the supermarket in Dundee where they first met and both work. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:18:41 GMT
Venus triumphs in Wimbledon final
Venus Williams captures her fifth Wimbledon title by beating her sister Serena 7-5 6-4 in a high-quality final. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:02:54 GMT
Briton Laura Robson wins girls' title
Laura Robson becomes the first Briton since 1984 to win the Wimbledon girls' singles title. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:33:12 GMT
Kovalainen on pole for British Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton only qualifies fourth fastest for the British GP as his McLaren team-mate Heikki Kovalainen grabs pole position. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 13:43:57 GMT
What do you want to talk about?
What do you want the world to talk about? Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:27:40 GMT
Toddler injured in bus incident
A 22-month-old girl is in a serious condition with multiple fractures after an incident involving a bus. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:14:20 GMT
Boy dies in mini-motorbike crash
A 12-year-old boy dies after his mini-motorcycle collided with a car in the Clackmannanshire area on Friday. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:01:32 GMT
Residents moved after chapel fire
A blaze damages a disused Victorian chapel and leads to nearby homes being evacuated. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:17:09 GMT
Hero foils postman kidnap bid
A 'have-a-go hero' twarts an attempt by two men to kidnap a postman in the Gressham Street area of Belfast city centre. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:30:11 GMT
Congo ex-leader appears in court
The former vice-president of DR Congo, Jean-Pierre Bemba, appears in court in The Hague. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:49:40 GMT Subscribe
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Freed U.S. hostages feel 'overwhelmed'
The three Americans rescued after more than five years in captivity in Colombia say they are doing well but are "overwhelmed with emotion," according to a statement released on their behalf. "The love and the joy we're all experiencing is beyond description," the statement says.
Venus Williams wins 5th Wimbledon title
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A lawn chair, 150 balloons and dreams of Idaho
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Man beheads Hitler waxwork
A man raced into Berlin's Madame Tussauds wax museum Saturday and ripped the head off a waxwork of Adolf Hitler, police said.
Video appears to show Zimbabwe vote-rigging
Video secretly recorded by a Zimbabwean prison guard appears to show evidence of vote-rigging in the country's recent presidential runoff election.
$32,000 for Queen Mother 'pack gin' letter
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Iran defiant on right to nuclear power
Iran's government spokesman on Saturday reiterated its right to develop nuclear power for peaceful purposes, a state-run news agency reported.
Poll shows warning signs for Obama
One week after Sen. Hillary Clinton made a public show of unity with Sen. Barack Obama, a new survey suggests supporters of the New York senator are increasingly less likely to follow her lead.
Investors swoop in for house deals
Rock-bottom home prices have finally begun to lure vulture real estate investors into the fray. "The savvy investors here are buying up everything they can," says Sharon Restrepo, a broker in South Florida. Subscribe
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As Gas Prices Soar, Elderly Face Cuts in Aid
With fuel costs rising, agencies that provide meals or transportation for senior citizens are struggling.
Burial Exposes Racial Rift in Texas
The corpse of a white woman killed in 2007 is at the center of a peculiar racial conflict over the desegregation of the cemeteries in a rural Texas county.
Fires on Second Front Force Californians Out
A fast-moving fire north of Santa Barbara, one of 60 in the state, has forced 2,000 residents from their homes.
Holly Beach Journal: Resort With Comeback Hopes Celebrates the Fourth
Holly Beach, La., a poor man’s resort town, was hit hard three years ago by Hurricane Rita. For some, it’s still the only place they have to vacation.
Offer of a Vote for Sale Draws Unwanted Attention
A student looking to profit from his indifference has been charged with a felony for trying to sell his vote on eBay.
Talking Business: On Day Care, Google Makes a Rare Fumble
A battle between employees and their company over in-house day care may be representative of greater changes at Google.
Early Hitch for Ambitions of San Francisco’s Mayor
Gavin Newsom declared this week that he was forming an exploratory committee to consider a run for governor in 2010.
If It’s Wooden and Old and Once Kept Time, Call Him
Robert Coffin, now 90, has been fixing clocks that run on cogs and springs for most of his life.
Accounting Plan Would Allow Use of Foreign Rules
Officials say regulatory changes would attract investment and enhance U.S. competitiveness, but critics say the changes would dilute safeguards.
In Montana, Obama Tries to Rally Support on Iraq
Senator Barack Obama struggles to balance broadening his appeal to voters in mostly Republican states, and maintaining his support among critics of the war. Subscribe
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2 Fires Still Raging Along Calif.'s Central Coast
Calif. firefighters facing enormous wildfires threatening homes, thousands evacuated
Video Shows Duped Rebels, Elated Hostages
Video shows how Colombian hostage rescue mission mimicked Venezuelan airlifts.
Gone Mild: Spitzer Call Girl Drops Lawsuit
Spitzer call girl drops suit claiming 'Girls Gone Wild' founder exploited her.
Man Rips Off Wax Hitler's Head
German police say man tears head off Hitler wax figure at new Madame Tussauds in Berlin
God, Grog Fail to Mix at London Pub
Christians tried to ban swearing, teach the Bible while running London tavern.
Cheers! N'Orleans Opens Cocktail Museum
Museum of the American Cocktail honoring history of mixed drinks opens in July.
N.J. Town Lets Kegs Flow, Middle Fingers Fly
Jersey shore party town lifts bans on rude gestures, unregistered kegs.
Venus Beats Sis to Defend Wimbledon Title
Venus Williams beats sister Serena in straight sets to capture her 5th Wimbledon title
Hogan To Taxman: 'Come and Get Me'
'Crocodile Dundee' star tells Australian gov't to track him down in the U.S.
Four People Dead in Milwaukee Shooting
Four people died in a shooting during an outdoor party in Milwaukee. Subscribe
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Man flying lawn chair lifted by helium balloons
Riding a green lawn chair supported by a rainbow array of more than 150 helium-filled party balloons, Kent Couch took off Saturday in a third bid to fly from central Oregon all the way to Idaho. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:38:23 +0000
Americans' unhappy birthday: 'Too much wrong right now'
Even folks in the Optimist Club are having a tough time toeing an upbeat line these days. Eighteen members of the volunteer organization's Gilbert, Ariz., chapter have gathered, a few days before this nation's 232nd birthday, to focus on the positive: Their book-drive for schoolchildren and an Independence Day project to place American flags along the streets of one neighborhood. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 17:57:04 +0000
A father's grief inspires maker of military robots
The knock on Brian Hart's door came at 6 a.m. An Army colonel, a priest and a police officer had come to tell Hart and his wife that their 20-year-old son had been killed when his military vehicle was ambushed in Iraq. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 17:55:37 +0000
Obama, Clinton to hold joint fundraisers in NY
Now that they're allies, Democrats Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton will help each other raise money in a series of fundraisers in New York next week. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:46:26 +0000
Analysis: McCain struggles to regain footing
John McCain calls himself an underdog. That may be an understatement. The GOP presidential candidate trails Democrat Barack Obama in polls, organization and money while trying to succeed a deeply unpopular fellow Republican in a year that favors Democrats. McCain also doesn't seem to have a coherent message let alone much of a strategy despite securing the nomination three months earlier than Obama. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 13:59:53 +0000
New book uses food to explore Mandela's life
A new book examining Nelson Mandela's life was launched Saturday with a feast that included everything from the spaghetti casserole he was brought in jail to the soured milk he longed for while living underground. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:42:16 +0000
Detroit man gets 13-20 years in road rage case
A Detroit man whose driver's license has been suspended 22 times has been sentenced to 13 to 20 years in prison in what authorities describe as an extreme case of road rage. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:22:23 +0000
Questions raised about capital case 24 years later
Three months after four bodies were found shot execution-style in an airplane hangar on the B&B Ranch north of Dallas in 1984, chemical salesman Lester Leroy Bower Jr. was charged with capital murder. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:06:34 +0000
Calif. governor's race: youth or experience?
Charismatic and politically bold, both San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa seem like naturals to help Democrats reclaim the governor's office in 2010. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:08:43 +0000
AP Exclusive: US removes uranium from Iraq
The last major remnant of Saddam Hussein's nuclear program — a huge stockpile of concentrated natural uranium — reached a Canadian port Saturday to complete a secret U.S. operation that included a two-week airlift from Baghdad and a ship voyage crossing two oceans. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:04:54 +0000 Subscribe
 The Weather Channel: Your Local Weather Outlook--Emeryville, CA (94608)
Current Weather Conditions In Emeryville, CA (94608)
 Sunny, and 64 ° F. For more details?
Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT
Your Local Doppler Radar
This map shows the location and intensity of precipitation in your area. The color of the precipitation corresponds to the rate at which it is falling. This map is updated every 15 minutes. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT
Pollen Trend for Emeryville, CA (94608)
Rising. View complete PollenCast? Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT
Video: Your Regional Weather Forecast
Watch what the experts at The Weather Channel® have to say about the weather trends in your area. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT
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Your Weekend Forecast For Emeryville, CA (94608)
Chance of Precipitation: Fri: 20% / Sat: 0% / Sun: 0%. For complete forecast details... Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT
Your 10-Day Forecast for Emeryville, CA (94608)
Today: Mostly Clear & High 78°F / Low 57°F.---- Sun: Partly Cloudy & High 81°F / Low 58°F.---- Mon: Sunny & High 85°F / Low 61°F.---- Tue & Beyond.... For more details? Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:41:28 GMT Subscribe
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Venus beats Serena for her fifth Wimbledon title
Venus Williams defended her Wimbledon title on Saturday, beating sister Serena Williams 7-5, 6-4. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:39:47 PDT
Rockies rally from nine-run deficit to catch Marlins
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Fri, 4 Jul 2008 23:10:17 PDT
Angels RHP Escobar derailed as session cut short
Angels starter Kelvim Escobar has yet to log a big-league inning in 2008 because of a shoulder injury, but the 18-game winner from 2007 began the week with high hopes for a successful comeback as a minor league rehab program progressed. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:51:42 PDT
Castroneves, Penske OK basics of long-term deal
Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves confirmed Friday that he is close to securing a long-term contract extension to remain with Team Penske in the IndyCar Series. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 09:13:57 PDT
Pernice critical of Tour over Tiger-less tourneys
When it comes to club grooves and Tiger-less tournaments, Tom Pernice Jr. thinks the PGA Tour is lax on the job. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:31:37 PDT
U.S. mark set in women's 50 free at Olympic trials
Lara Jackson has set an American record in the 50-meter freestyle at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:25:35 PDT
Brewers won't address Sabathia trade speculation
If the Brewers are considered a front-runner in the C.C. Sabathia sweepstakes, manager Ned Yost wanted nothing to do with it on Friday. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:45:52 PDT
Ex-Chargers safety Kiel dies following car accident
Former Chargers safety Terrence Kiel was killed after he was thrown from a Chevy sedan he was driving, police said Saturday. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 09:36:16 PDT
Jackson quiets Royals to keep Rays rolling along
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Fri, 4 Jul 2008 18:42:30 PDT
Ochoa vs. men of PGA Tour? 'Not going to say no'
Top-ranked women's golfer Lorena Ochoa on Friday said she would consider following Annika Sorenstam and take on a male player. Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:38:38 PDT Subscribe
Movies Reviews
Review for WALL-E - Go - Pixar does it again
Awesome animation, nice story line with a strong green message. Great for kids and adults alike. Definitely a good one to take the family out to (if you can afford the prices, that is :) ) June 30, 2008
Review for The Dark Knight - Must Go! - THIS MOVIE IS GONNA BE EPIC
In all the previews i've seen in the movie theaters, there have been few times where i've heard the sound of thunderous applause after the preview of the upcoming movie. The only time this has happened was it previewed star wars episodes one, three, and the lord of the rings. I found myself standing up and applauding with everyone else after the preview was over for Dark Knight, this movie is gonna be the movie of the year for me considering Batman Begins blew me away. Definitely a must see, I CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS AWESOME MOVIE TO COME OUT June 30, 2008
Review for Hancock - Must Go! - I saw a special screening on South Beach last night.....
and this is a must see!! It is funny, full of action, with a little twist! Big Willie did it again!! He owns the 4th of July in the box office! Parents - you might want to watch it first before letting your kids under 13 to see it. There is quite a bit of swearing in it. June 26, 2008 Subscribe
 Quotes of the Day
Evan Esar
"Character is what you have left when you've lost everything you can lose."
Arnold Lobel
"Books to the ceiling,/ Books to the sky,/ My pile of books is a mile high./ How I love them! How I need them!/ I'll have a long beard by the time I read them."
George Santayana
"Why shouldn't things be largely absurd, futile, and transitory? They are so, and we are so, and they and we go very well together."
Robin Williams
"Cocaine is God's way of saying that you're making too much money."
E. H. Gombrich
"Anyone who can handle a needle convincingly can make us see a thread which is not there."
Sir Winston Churchill
"The reserve of modern assertions is sometimes pushed to extremes, in which the fear of being contradicted leads the writer to strip himself of almost all sense and meaning."
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"An effective way to deal with predators is to taste terrible."
Gerald R. Ford
"Things are more like they are now than they have ever been."
Bertrand Russell
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